On a personal note, my question is directed at all those who have mocked me in the past, as well as those who repeatedly suggested that Pakistan needs to develop ICBMs and SLBMs. After the recent U.S. attacks and subsequent sanctions, do you still hold the same stance? Or has this finally opened your eyes?
I firmly believe that Pakistan urgently requires ICBMs equipped with MIRV capabilities. At the very least, we need three variants: one with an 8,000 km range, another with a 12,000 km range, and a third exceeding 16,000 km. Additionally, Pakistan must prioritize the development of at least three nuclear submarines capable of carrying SLBMs with ranges between 8,000 and 10,000 km.
Moreover, it is imperative to extend the range of our cruise missiles. Ideally, we should aim to develop a system akin to the Dongfeng 1000— a supersonic cruise missile with a Mach 4 speed and a range of 3,000 to 4,000 km.
These advanced weapon systems should be pursued with the same determination and resolve that led to the successful development of our nuclear weapons program. If necessary, we must adopt a "whatever it takes" approach to achieve these goals, as national security demands nothing less.